The Pakistan Amateur Athletics Federation has imposed a lifetime ban on Salman Iqbal, the long-serving coach of top athlete Arshad Nadeem, for violating the constitution of the Punjab Athletics Association. The ban, announced on Sunday in Lahore, prevents Iqbal from participating in any athletics activities, coaching, or holding office at any level. The ban stems from violations related to elections held for the Punjab Athletics Association in August, where Iqbal serves as President. An inquiry committee formed in mid-September recommended the ban on October 10. The timing of the ban appears connected to Iqbal's recent response to the Pakistan Sports Board regarding Nadeem's performance at the World Athletics Championship in Tokyo. The PSB had sought explanations for Nadeem's poor

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